Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
617765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steetz) F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. 1: 16 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617097



Common Names

  • Commersonia Rugosa
  • Rugosa
  • Rugose Commersonia


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Synonyms

  • Restiaria rugosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Rulingia rugosa Steetz [unknown]

Description

Commersonia rugosa (also called 'Rugged Brown-bark', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of 3-5 meters. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Commersonia rugosa has been used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It has also been used as a source of food and fuel, and the leaves can be used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commersonia rugosa has small yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, wrinkled leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commersonia rugosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.

Where to Find Commersonia rugosa

Commersonia rugosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the south-west of Western Australia.

Commersonia rugosa FAQ

What is the common name of Commersonia rugosa?

Rugose Commersonia

What is the natural habitat of Commersonia rugosa?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.

What is the average height of Commersonia rugosa?

It can grow up to 2 meters in height.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:822857-1: Based on the initial data import